PSYC 160Psychopharmacology
Biopsychosocial approach toward understanding the pharmacology and effects of psychoactive drugs. Topics include synaptic neurotransmission, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, tolerance and withdrawal, addiction and abuse, set and setting, harm reduction, drug policy, placebo effects, randomized controlled trials, and drug therapies for mental disorders. Covers a wide range of medicinal and recreational drugs including alcohol, opioids, psychedelics, antidepressants, and more.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100.
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When it runs
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 7:10pm–8:45pm | Earth&Marine B206 | B. B. Holbrook | Closed 116/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Holbrook | 4.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 90% | 83 |
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